NewsContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/index.aspx?SyndicationType=22017-08-18T04:21:56ZProfessor of African history elected to the British AcademyHarriet EvettsProfessor Paulo Fernando de Moraes Farias, Honorary Professor at the University of Birmingham has been named among sixty-six of the world's leading minds elected as Fellows of the British Academy yesterday, Thursday 20 July.2017-07-21T08:49:00Z2017-07-28T10:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/07/professor-of-african-history-elected-to-british-academy.aspxBritain's disabled workers continue to miss out on jobs due to a lack of tax breaks and incentives for employersHarriet EvettsDisabled people would have a better chance to find a job if the government did more to support businesses - by abolishing national insurance contributions of disabled workers and providing incentives to hire workers with disability.2017-07-11T06:15:00Z2017-07-11T15:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/07/disabled-workers-miss-out-on-jobs.aspxMonet and Matisse masterpieces on display at the BarberHarriet EvettsBeautiful landscape paintings by two of the most important artists of the last 150 years are being welcomed into the galleries at the Barber Institute of Fine Arts this summer.2017-06-21T11:36:00Z2017-06-21T11:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/06/monet-and-matisse-masterpieces-display-at-barber.aspxBirmingham scholars take on unrealistic optimism, a love diary in Cairo and regulating dementia care at HayRebecca HumeCan unrealistic optimism improve our well-being? Why do victims of dementia need a new approach to how their care is regulated? And what does a love diary written by a young man in the 1940's tell us about 1940'sCairo?2017-05-22T12:06:00Z2017-05-22T17:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/05/birmingham-scholars-at-hay.aspxBirmingham Law School wins prestigious award for Pro Bono services to the communityHarriet EvettsThe University of Birmingham's Law School has been recognised for its services to the community, assisting individuals and groups in need from across Birmingham and further afield, gain access to free legal advice.2017-05-04T11:07:00Z2017-05-05T15:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/05/Law-School-wins-prestigious-award.aspxBirmingham leads Brexit impact research projectsAmy CommanderResearchers at the University of Birmingham will lead a series of three studies into the potential impact of Brexit on people in the UK, including children growing up in 'mixed-nationality' families.2017-04-19T11:36:00Z2017-04-21T10:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/04/brexit-impact-research.aspxOrson Welles plays starring role in creating Brazilian folkloreAnthony MoranAmerican filmmaker Orson Welles changed the perception of the Brazilian Northeast when he filmed the story of four campaigning fishermen for an ill-fated and uncompleted movie, a study reveals.2017-03-20T16:42:00Z2017-03-20T16:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/03/Orson-Welles-plays-starring-role-in-creating-Brazilian-folklore.aspxThe making of Planet Earth II comes to the University of BirminghamRebecca HumeThe BBC's hugely popular wildlife series Planet Earth II is coming to the University of Birmingham, as part of the 2017 Royal Television Society Baird Lecture: The Making of a Natural History 'Blockbuster'.2017-03-14T07:15:00Z2017-03-15T10:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/03/planet-earth.aspxScientists at Birmingham use trees to help unpick secrets held in archaeological sitesAndy TootellResearchers at the University of Birmingham will discuss the archaeology of trees, including how a burial date of an Iron Age princess was discovered thanks to tree rings.2017-03-14T06:00:00Z2017-07-19T16:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/03/scientists-at-birmingham-at-the-arts-and-science-festival.aspxMaking Space: Exploring issues of gender representation in Higher Education on International Women's DayHarriet EvettsThe University of Birmingham is marking International Women's Day with a special exhibition celebrating the incredible achievements of its inspirational female staff, students and alumni.2017-03-08T08:00:00Z2017-03-08T09:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/03/making-space-exhibition-launch.aspxSolar geometry sheds new light on a major Constable workHarriet EvettsA re-examination of the iconic John Constable work, Salisbury Cathedral from the Meadows, has found that the original 1831 exhibited version of the painting did not have a rainbow – and that it was added later to correspond with the time of his best friend's death over a year later.2017-02-20T00:15:00Z2017-02-20T15:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2017/02/solar-geometry-constable.aspxUniversity of Birmingham researchers discover new ancient tombsHarriet EvettsArchaeologists from the University of Birmingham have found "compelling evidence" of new Egyptian tombs at Qubbet el-Hawa in Aswan, Egypt's Minister of Antiquities has revealed.2016-12-22T13:45:00Z2017-01-04T15:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/university-researchers-discovers-new-ancient-tombs.aspxBirmingham supports 'home' orchestra on tour of ChinaAnthony MoranThe University of Birmingham is supporting the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra's (CBSO) New Year tour of China – marking a long musical partnership between the two institutions.2016-12-22T10:58:00Z2016-12-22T10:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham-supports-'home'-orchestra-on-tour-of-China.aspxBirmingham joins Chinese partners to launch Shakespeare Centre in ChinaAnthony MoranExperts from the University of Birmingham have joined Nanjing University and Phoenix Publishing & Media Group to launch a ground-breaking collaboration that will help to broaden the appeal of Shakespeare in China.2016-12-15T14:19:00Z2016-12-15T17:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham-joins-Chinese-partners-to-launch-Shakespeare-Centre-in-China.aspxBirmingham legal expert awarded one of Ghana's top honoursAnthony MoranA world-renowned legal expert at the University of Birmingham has received one of the highest honours of the Republic of Ghana.2016-12-15T12:03:00Z2016-12-15T12:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham-legal-expert-awarded-one-of-Ghana's-top-honours.aspxChinese media chiefs partner with Birmingham to broaden Shakespeare's appealHarriet EvettsThe University of Birmingham and Phoenix Publishing & Media Group today signed a new agreement to broaden the appeal of William Shakespeare in China.2016-11-01T17:00:00Z2016-11-03T15:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/chinese-media-partner-with-birmingham-to-broaden-shakespeares-appeal.aspxPublic pictures can do more than preserve the memory of world heritageHarriet EvettsArchaeologists from the UK are calling on members of the public to help them preserve the legacy of some of the world's most important monuments and historic sites, including those most at risk in Syria and Libya.2016-09-08T10:00:00Z2016-09-13T14:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/pictures-world-heritage.aspxMacbeth Macbeth; Birmingham Shakespeare scholar creates new fiction inside the King's murder chamberHarriet EvettsUniversity of Birmingham Shakespeare Institute scholar, Professor Ewan Fernie, of the Shakespeare Institute has co-authored a new work of fiction, Macbeth Macbeth, based on the Scottish play. The novel, by Fernie and Professor Simon Palfrey of the University of Oxford, is a response to Shakespeare's play that turns into its own entirely new work of fiction.2016-07-28T11:00:00Z2016-07-28T15:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Macbeth-Macbeth-Birmingham-Shakespeare-scholar-creates-new-fiction-inside-the-King's-murder-chamber.aspxInternational Shakespeare Scholars meet for 10th World Congress in London and Stratford Upon-AvonRebecca HumeOver 800 Shakespeare scholars from more than 48 countries are gathering in Stratford Upon-Avon and London for the 10th World Shakespeare Congress, to explore and honour the Bard's work some 400 years after his death.2016-07-27T08:00:00Z2016-07-31T23:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/International-Shakespeare-Scholars-meet-for-10th-World-Congress-in-London-and-Stratford-Upon-Avon.aspxChinese media chiefs sign agreement with University of BirminghamAnthony MoranChinese media chiefs visited the Shakespeare Institute, in Stratford-upon-Avon to sign an agreement to collaborate on publishing the University of Birmingham's work in China.2016-07-21T11:53:00Z2016-07-21T11:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Chinese-media-chiefs-sign-agreement-with-University-of-Birmingham.aspxQueen's Birthday Honours for University of Birmingham peopleAndy TootellQueen's Birthday Honours for University of Birmingham people.2016-06-13T13:44:00Z2016-06-14T11:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/queens-birthday-honours.aspxPerceptions of a 'normal' body image distorted by media and trends in beauty practicesWilliam FallowsA team of researchers led by the University of Birmingham say that the demands of beauty routines particularly for women are increasing, with perceptions of a 'normal' body image changing fast.2016-06-09T01:00:00Z2016-06-15T15:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/body-image-distorted-by-media.aspxFrom Chernobyl and cholera to reworking Shakespeare, Birmingham scholars take to the stage at HayRebecca HumeHow are victims of Haiti's cholera outbreak being supported six years on? What can a new generation of nuclear reactors learn from Chernobyl and Fukushima? And how can one of Shakespeare's darkest plays become an even darker work of fiction?2016-05-23T09:30:00Z2016-05-20T14:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/From-Chernobyl-and-cholera-to-reworking-Shakespeare-Birmingham-scholars-take-to-the-stage-at-Hay.aspxPolicy chiefs urged to make financial education compulsory in primary schoolsLuke HarrisonPrimary school children should receive age-appropriate lessons in financial education to encourage positive attitudes towards budgeting and savings, according to new research published today.2016-05-23T00:15:00Z2016-05-20T12:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/policy-chiefs-urged-to-make-financial-education-compulsory.aspxBirmingham continues to climb university league tableAnthony MoranThe University of Birmingham has risen to 15th in the UK university league tables with 50 per cent of its subjects in the top 10 and three subjects rated number one in the country.2016-04-25T09:10:00Z2016-04-25T13:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-continues-to-climb-university-league-table.aspxShakespeare's 400th anniversary launches with a revival of the original Garrick Ode to Shakespeare and a new tribute from the Poet Laureate.Andy TootellScholars from University of Birmingham's Shakespeare Institute in partnership with Ex Cathedra Choir and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust have commissioned a project for the 2016 Shakespeare anniversary in which renowned actor Sam West and Ex Cathedra Choir will revive David Garrick's historic 1769 Shakespeare Ode performed in Stratford Upon-Avon's Holy Trinity church where Shakespeare is buried.2016-04-19T11:57:00Z2016-04-22T15:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/shakespeare-400th-anniversary.aspxBirmingham and Illinois recruiting top researchers to tackle global challengesAnthony MoranThe University of Birmingham and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are jointly recruiting top postdoctoral researchers in areas of common interest that also address major global challenges.2016-04-14T00:15:00Z2016-04-14T10:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-and-Illinois-recruiting-top-researchers-to-tackle-global-challenges.aspx'The Other Place' Theatre re-opens in Stratford to lead research and creative practice following a University of Birmingham and RSC partnershipAndy TootellThe iconic studio theatre, The Other Place, in Stratford-upon-Avon has reopened after undergoing a transformation partly funded by the University of Birmingham, in a five-year partnership with the RSC. The doors opened to the public on Monday 21 March with a new theatre tour, From Page to Stage, starting on Thursday 24 March.2016-03-21T10:20:00Z2016-04-18T15:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/The-Other-Place-Theatre-re-opens-following-a-University-of-Birmingham-and-RSC-partnership.aspxChinese director's movie magic comes to BirminghamAnthony MoranGround-breaking Chinese director Evans Chan will introduce a 'mini film festival' featuring three of his best-known movies, as part of the University of Birmingham's fourth Arts & Science Festival.2016-03-10T11:28:00Z2016-03-10T11:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/Chinese-director's-movie-magic-comes-to-Birmingham.aspxShakespeare collaboration launched between Birmingham and JapanAnthony MoranThe University of Birmingham and Waseda University, in Tokyo, have signed a new agreement to collaborate on research into the works of William Shakespeare.2016-03-08T23:59:00Z2016-03-09T00:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/UShakespeare-collaboration-launched-between-Birmingham-and-Japan.aspxProfessor Grace Davie to deliver annual Cadbury LecturesLuke Harrison'Religion in Public Life' will be explored in this year's University of Birmingham Edward Cadbury Lecture series. The lectures will examine the factors that have brought about changes in perceptions of religion on a local, national and global level.2016-02-24T11:21:00Z2016-02-24T11:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Professor-Grace-Davie-Cadbury-Lectures.aspxWorld Congress to celebrate Shakespeare's 400-year legacyLuke HarrisonDistinguished theatre directors from around the world, musicians, actors, and novelists, as well as academics from the University of Birmingham, are to come together in a special programme of talks, seminars and debates-at a landmark 2016 World Shakespeare Congress, marking the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death.2015-12-15T12:13:00Z2015-12-15T11:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/12/World-Congress-Shakespeare's-151215.aspxBook to the Future is back!Faye JacksonBook to the Future, the University of Birmingham's festival of the written and spoken word, is back for its third year.2015-10-12T15:54:00Z2015-10-13T09:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/10/book-to-the-future-12-10-15.aspxDebates around sex industry based on 'sexist stereotypes', says reportAbby KendrickDebates around sex industry based on 'sexist stereotypes', says report2015-10-07T13:40:00Z2015-10-07T13:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/10/sex-industry-sexist-stereotypes.aspxBook your tickets now for the Birmingham Qur'an manuscript exhibitionAbby KendrickInformation on Book your tickets now for the Birmingham Qur'an manuscript exhibition2015-09-08T15:34:00Z2015-09-22T13:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/quran-manuscript-exhibition-08-09-15.aspxStonehenge researchers find 'largest' prehistoric stone monumentAbby KendrickThe remains of a major new prehistoric stone monument have been discovered less than 3 kilometres from Stonehenge.2015-09-07T13:04:00Z2015-09-22T15:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/stonehenge-prehistoric-monument-07-09-15.aspxLife-size T-Rex offers a 'roarsome' start to the University of Birmingham's annual Community DayAbby KendrickFrom circus performances, learning to HAKA, funfairs and face painting, to feeling a liver and discovering how the brain works; the sixth annual Community Day kicks off with a bang on Sunday 6 September on the University of Birmingham's Edgbaston campus.2015-09-01T16:21:00Z2015-09-22T13:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/community-day-2015-01-09-15.aspxA taste of university life gives local teens a chance to excelFaye JacksonThe University of Birmingham celebrates the tenth anniversary of its Academic Enrichment Programme this week, as it welcomes the latest cohort of students to its summer school.2015-08-26T12:21:00Z2015-08-26T11:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/a-taste-of-university-life-26-08-15.aspxChinese and Western music styles combine for unique performance workshopBenjamin GoodwinA musical fusion of traditional Eastern and Western styles will be heard at the University of Birmingham, presented by Chinese music scholar, Professor Haisheng Li. Professor Li from Guangxi Arts Institute, China is a master of the di (Chinese bamboo flute), the xiao (Chinese vertical bamboo flute) and the xun (a clay based ancient instrument).2015-08-17T00:15:00Z2015-08-26T10:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/guangxi-arts-institute.aspxDigital storytelling: new online course on filmmaking for the webLuke HarrisonThe University of Birmingham is joining forces with the BBC Academy and Creative Skillset to create a new free online training course on the FutureLearn platform starting in September.2015-07-23T15:15:00Z2015-07-23T15:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/Digitalstorytelling230715.aspxBirmingham Qur'an manuscript dated among the oldest in the worldStuart GillespieA Qur'an manuscript held by the University of Birmingham has been placed among the oldest in the world thanks to modern scientific methods.2015-07-22T08:00:00Z2015-08-14T16:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/quran-manuscript-22-07-15.aspxGraduate employability continues to rise at BirminghamBenjamin GoodwinThe University of Birmingham has been named among the top five UK institutions for graduate employment. Data from the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) shows that almost 87 per cent of Birmingham's leavers were in graduate-level jobs or further education within six months of graduating. These figures from the 2014/15 academic year are the University's strongest results yet and place Birmingham fourth nationally for graduate employment.2015-07-21T13:05:00Z2015-07-21T13:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/graduate-employability-continues-to-rise.aspxIs Shakespeare hiding in Maofeng Mountain?Stephen ReaThe University of Birmingham is set to teach Chinese children about Shakespeare in a week-long summer camp at Maofeng Mountain, near Guangzhou in Guangdong province.2015-07-10T16:30:00Z2015-07-13T11:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/shakespeare-at-maofeng-mountain-10-07-15.aspxFour University of Birmingham members of staff recognised in the 2015 Queen's Birthday HonoursAndy TootellFour members of staff from the University of Birmingham, Professor Simon Halsey, Professor David Parker, Dr Clare Taylor and Carl Hingley have been recognised in the 2015 Queen's Birthday Honours.2015-06-15T12:26:00Z2015-06-16T10:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/queens-birthday-honours-15-06-15.aspxTop marks for library construction as it reaches its highest pointKara GriffithsLibrary staff at the University of Birmingham were on top of the world today as construction of the new University main library officially reached its uppermost point.2015-06-05T12:21:00Z2015-06-23T16:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/Topmarksforlibraryconstructionasitreachesitshighestpoint.aspxAmbassador opens Mexican cultural festival at BirminghamBenjamin GoodwinHis Excellency (H. E.) Diego Gómez Pickering, Mexican Ambassador to the United Kingdom, will officially open a cultural festival at the University of Birmingham today (Friday 5 June). MEX/BHX: Mexico in Birmingham marks this year's status as the Year of Mexico in the UK and celebrates Mexican culture and research through exhibitions, lectures, film and food.2015-06-05T00:15:00Z2015-06-03T16:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/mexican-ambassador.aspxTEDx University of Birmingham - The Road Less TravelledTEDx University of Birmingham returns for the second year running to celebrate research successes and ideas worth spreading.2015-03-16T15:49:00Z2015-06-05T14:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/tedx-uob-16-03-15.aspxBritish society among the most harmful to its citizens, says researchLiberal societies such as the UK, US and Australia are among the most harmful to their citizens, according to new research from the University of Birmingham.2015-03-16T11:56:00Z2015-06-05T14:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/harmful-societies-16-03-15.aspxListen to the stars at the Arts & Science ShowcaseAndy TootellHave you ever seen animal-shaped clouds in the sky? Or faces in nature? Ever wondered if you can listen to music created by the stars? The University of Birmingham's Arts and Science Festival returns for the third year with the theme 'Sight & Sound'; how what you see and hear affects the way your mind works and how we perceive the world around us.2015-03-12T12:13:00Z2017-07-19T16:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/listen-to-the-stars-12-03-15.aspxSimon Halsey awarded Queen's Medal for MusicSimon Halsey, Professor and Director of Choral Activities at the University of Birmingham, has been awarded the Queen's Medal for Music 2014.2015-03-12T10:43:00Z2015-06-05T14:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/simon-halsey-12-03-15.aspxProfessor William Lane Craig to deliver annual Cadbury LecturesLeading philosopher Professor William Lane Craig is to give this year's Edward Cadbury Lectures at the University of Birmingham.2015-02-24T09:26:00Z2015-06-05T13:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/2015-cadbury-lectures-24-02-15.aspxUniversity of Birmingham welcomes the Chinese Year of the SheepAndy TootellThe University of Birmingham's China Institute is marking the Chinese New Year with the help of some world-class musicians.Pianist Di Xiao, cellist Jiaxin Lloyd Webber and guitarist Xiefei Yang will perform in the University's Bramall Music Building to staff, students, partners and members of the Chinese community from across the West Midlands and beyond. The musical trio will help celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Sheep with traditional Chinese music that is set to transport the audience to the land of dragons and emperors.2015-02-16T15:48:00Z2016-11-10T09:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/chinese-new-year.aspxUniversity of Birmingham announces ground-breaking collaboration with Royal Shakespeare CompanyStephen ReaThe University of Birmingham today reveals an exciting five-year collaboration with the Royal Shakespeare Company.2015-02-05T12:30:00Z2015-12-10T14:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/rsc-collaboration-05-02-15.aspxUniversity of Birmingham climbs five places in international outlook rankingsThe University of Birmingham has risen five points to be placed 81st among the top 100 international universities in the world 2015, as ranked by the Times Higher Education magazine.2015-01-29T16:18:00Z2015-06-05T13:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/University-of-Birmingham-climbs-five-places-in-international-outlook-rankings.aspxUniversity of Birmingham ranks among the top gay-friendly UK employersThe University of Birmingham has been ranked 79th overall in the definitive list of Britain's most gay-friendly workplaces. Birmingham's position in the Stonewall Top 100 Employers 2015 sees an impressive rise of 180 places from last year, reflecting the University's ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.2015-01-14T12:31:00Z2015-06-05T13:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/stonewall-top-100-employers-2015.aspxSex marks the spot – treasure trove of images reveal life in 1960s red light districtPreviously unseen images have laid bare the lives of sex workers in the city in a University of Birmingham research project. The study will continue investigations into a photographic archive thanks to funding from the Arts and Humanities Research Council.2014-12-19T16:03:00Z2015-06-05T13:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/images-reveal-life-in-1960s-red-light-district-19-12-14.aspxUniversity of Birmingham's arts research among best in worldThe University of Birmingham's arts and humanities researchers have been ranked among the best in the world in a UK-wide research quality survey released today.2014-12-18T14:35:00Z2015-06-05T13:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/arts-research-among-best-in-world-18-12-14.aspxREF confirms Birmingham's position amongst top research universitiesThe results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 also show that 87 per cent of the University of Birmingham's research activity has a global impact, confirming its position among the world's top universities for research in a broad range of areas from History and Education to Chemical Engineering and Psychology.2014-12-18T00:10:00Z2015-06-05T13:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/ref-confirms-birminghams-position-amongst-top-research-universities-18-12-14.aspx2014: a review of the year2014 has been an exceptional year for the University of Birmingham, from discovering previously unknown archaeological monuments at the Stonhenge site to installing Lord Bilimoria of Chelsea CBE as our new chancellor it has been an exciting year.2014-12-17T15:44:00Z2015-12-23T11:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/2014.aspxMiddle Eastern manuscript collection to benefit from £95,000 grantThe University of Birmingham's Cadbury Research Library (CRL) has been awarded a grant of almost £95,000 towards its Mingana Collection of Middle Eastern Manuscripts.2014-12-10T09:48:00Z2015-06-05T13:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/mingana-collection-grant-10-12-14.aspxMuch ado about performance: new online course to explore staging of Shakespeare favouriteRegistration is now open for a unique online course that will explore the staging of one of Shakespeare's most popular plays.2014-12-03T12:26:00Z2015-06-05T13:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/much-ado-about-nothing-mooc-01-12-14.aspxProfessor Amy-Jill Levine to deliver annual Cadbury LecturesLeading historian Professor Amy-Jill Levine is to give this year's Edward Cadbury Lectures at the University of Birmingham.2014-11-21T15:25:00Z2015-06-05T13:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/2014-cadbury-lectures-21-11-14.aspxCareer and Education Website of the Year 2014The University of Birmingham wins the Best Website award in the Career & Education category of the Website of the Year 2014 awards.2014-11-20T15:06:00Z2015-06-05T13:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/website-of-the-year.aspxBirmingham and Nottingham projects to strengthen UK-Rio research linksThe University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham have strengthened their collaborations with Brazilian institutions in the state of Rio de Janeiro after securing funding for a number of country-specific research projects. The Rio de Janeiro State Funding Agency (FAPERJ) has allocated £100,000 for nine research projects in 2014/2015, with the amount matched by combined funding from the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham.2014-11-06T03:49:00Z2015-06-05T13:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/faperj-funding.aspxRare First World War military memorabilia goes on display to publicRare First World War military passports and medals will go on public display this month after being donated to the University of Birmingham's Cadbury Research Library (CRL).2014-10-22T15:31:00Z2015-06-05T13:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/rare-first-world-war-memorabilia-22-10-14.aspxBirmingham puts LGBTQ identities at the heart of its curriculumThe University of Birmingham is taking steps to ensure that its curriculum is inclusive towards those with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer (LGBTQ) identities.2014-10-14T11:36:00Z2015-06-05T13:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/lgbtq-curriculum.aspxGreek Bronze Age ended 100 years earlier than thought, new evidence suggestsConventional estimates for the collapse of the Aegean civilization may be incorrect by up to a century, according to new radiocarbon analyses.2014-10-10T14:00:00Z2015-06-05T13:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/greek-bronze-age-ended-100-years-earlier-than-thought.aspxBook to the Future IIBook to the Future, the University of Birmingham's festival of the written and spoken word, is back for its second year.2014-10-09T14:13:00Z2015-06-05T13:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/book-to-the-future-13-10-14.aspxImpressive performance for Birmingham in new Times league tableAs thousands of new students arrive to take the next step in their education, the University of Birmingham has climbed up the national rankings. The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015 has placed Birmingham 15th overall, up from 16th last year. The University of Birmingham is now ranked ninth within the Russell Group of leading research intensive universities, ahead of Nottingham and Manchester.2014-09-23T15:19:00Z2015-06-05T13:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/Times-league-table-2015.aspxUniversity of Birmingham and The Open University launch new modern languages courseThe University of Birmingham and The Open University are pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new partnership to develop an innovative modern languages programme for undergraduate students. The new BA Modern Languages (University of Birmingham with the Open University pathway) programme offers a flexible route to a degree in modern languages for those without the traditional entry requirements.2014-09-12T15:13:00Z2015-06-05T13:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/open-university-new-modern-languages-course.aspxNew digital map reveals stunning hidden archaeology of StonehengeA host of previously unknown archaeological monuments have been discovered around Stonehenge as part of an unprecedented digital mapping project that will transform our knowledge of this iconic landscape – including remarkable new findings on the world's largest 'super henge', Durrington Walls.2014-09-10T00:01:00Z2015-06-05T13:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/new-map-reveals-hidden-archaeology-of-stonehenge-10-09-14.aspxWhizz, Bang, Roar - come and design a dinosaur!The University of Birmingham is counting down the days to the launch of the biggest celebration of science in the UK.2014-09-02T10:43:00Z2015-06-05T12:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/come-and-design-a-dinosaur-01-09-14.aspxUniversity opens its doors for rocket-fuelled Community Day!The University of Birmingham's Community Day returns this year with a scientific theme to celebrate the British Science Festival.2014-09-02T10:42:00Z2015-06-05T13:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/university-community-day-02-09-14.aspxPop in to our Pop-up Shop!The University of Birmingham will be encouraging people of all ages to think differently about research when they visit its first Pop-Up Shop in the heart of the city which opens Monday August 25.2014-08-20T16:21:00Z2015-06-05T12:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/pop-up-shop-20-08-14.aspxThe University of Birmingham celebrates its best ever performance in the National Student SurveyThe National Student Survey (NSS) has awarded the University of Birmingham an overall satisfaction mark of 89%, up from 88% for the past two years and a rise of five places among Russell Group institutions.2014-08-12T08:46:00Z2015-06-05T12:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/12-aug-nss.aspxBirmingham teams up with BBC to offer unique online WW1 courseThe University of Birmingham has teamed up with the BBC to offer a unique online distance learning course marking the centenary of the First World War.2014-07-23T11:16:00Z2015-06-05T12:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/bham-bbc-mooc-23-07-14.aspxCelebrating honorary graduates 2014The University of Birmingham's new Chancellor and the founder of Cobra Beer, Lord Bilimoria; Chair of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, Professor David Haslam; and the former Brazilian foreign minister, Professor Celso Lafer, are among the leading figures receiving honorary degrees from the University of Birmingham this month.2014-07-09T09:15:00Z2015-06-05T12:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/honorary-degrees-09-07-14.aspxFunding strengthens UK-Rio research linksThe University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham have a new funding agreement to work with leading research institutions in the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro. The agreement will initially support up to 10 collaborative research projects over two rounds of funding worth £340,000.2014-06-23T15:09:00Z2015-06-05T12:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Funding-strengthens-UK-Rio-research-links.aspxUniversity of Birmingham academics awarded National Teaching FellowshipTwo members of staff at the University of Birmingham have been awarded National Teaching Fellowships by the Higher Education Academy (HEA).2014-06-13T11:04:00Z2015-06-05T12:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-academics-awarded-National-Teaching-Fellowship-13-06-14.aspxLord Bilimoria appointed as Chancellor of the University of BirminghamThe University of Birmingham is delighted to announce that one of the country's leading international entrepreneurs has been appointed as its new Chancellor reflecting the University's position as a truly global institution that attracts the brightest and best from across the world.2014-05-12T10:15:00Z2015-06-05T12:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/lord-bilimoria.aspxUniversity of Birmingham's 'top ten' celebrates global impactFor more than 100 years, research at the University of Birmingham has had a major impact on the world, from pioneering transplant surgery, the use of microwaves and creating artificial Vitamin C. This world-changing research is now being celebrated with a new 'top ten' list of academic pioneers.2014-05-09T11:00:00Z2015-06-05T12:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/University-of-Birminghams-top-ten-celebrates-global-impact.aspx50 years on from the birth of cultural studiesThe University of Birmingham is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the birth of cultural studies as an academic field with a series of events and exhibitions.2014-05-08T12:02:00Z2015-06-05T12:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/50-years-on-from-the-birth-of-cultural-studies-08-05-14.aspxWhat do we know about the Vikings now?University of Birmingham historian Dr Chris Callow is curating a series of films as part of the British Museum's 'Vikings: Life and Legend' exhibition.2014-03-21T10:56:00Z2015-06-05T12:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/What-do-we-know-about-the-Vikings-now-21-03-14.aspxNew First World War community research centre opens at the University of BirminghamThe University of Birmingham will tomorrow (Friday) launch a centre dedicated to supporting public projects relating to the First World War. It is one of five First World War 'Engagement Centres' around the UK, funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).2014-03-20T18:53:00Z2015-06-05T12:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/New-First-World-War-community-research-centre-opens-at-the-University-of-Birmingham-20-03-14.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Arts and Science Festival: a matter of life and deathArtistic portrayals of anatomy, sound-based works of art and the experience of living – and dying – in back-to-back housing are examined in a multi-media festival at the University of Birmingham.2014-03-07T11:25:00Z2015-06-05T12:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/University-of-Birmingham-Arts-and-Science-Festival-a-matter-of-life-and-death07-03-14.aspxUniversity of Birmingham launches policy commission report: Healthy Ageing in the 21st Century: The best is yet to comeCultural sensitivity should be a vital component in all future services for older people, experts at the University of Birmingham, will say today (Monday).2014-02-03T10:42:00Z2015-06-05T12:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/03-02-14University-of-Birmingham-launches-policy-commission-report-Healthy-Ageing-in-the-21st-Century-The-best-is-yet-to-come.aspxTurning the spotlight on diversity in LGBT history monthThe University of Birmingham is hosting a series of events to mark Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans (LGBT) History Month.2014-02-03T00:01:00Z2015-06-05T12:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/01/Turning-the-spotlight-on-diversity-in-LGBT-history-month.aspxSpeaking the Queen's EnglishUniversity of Birmingham research reveals Queen Elizabeth I was language pioneer2013-11-11T12:16:00Z2015-06-05T11:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/11-Nov-Speaking-the-Queens-English.aspxFrom brain behaviour to Shakespeare: Birmingham unveils latest MOOCsThe University of Birmingham is introducing further free, open, online courses today offering a taste of higher education to learners worldwide.2013-11-04T14:53:00Z2015-06-05T11:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/04Nov-From-brain-behaviour-to-Shakespeare-Birmingham-unveils-latest-MOOCs.aspxWeird and wonderful storytelling, world record attempts and writers tales at Birmingham literary festival, 'Book to the Future'The University of Birmingham will host a festival first with 'Book to the Future', a celebration of the written and spoken word, this week.2013-10-23T11:55:00Z2015-06-05T11:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/23-Oct-Weird-and-wonderful-storytelling,-world-record-attempts-and-writers-tales-at-Birmingham-literary-festival,-Book-to-the-Future.aspxAward winning poet Jamie McKendrick among 'Creative Minds' to come to BirminghamThe poet Jamie McKendrick will open the University's brand new distinguished speaker series next week, on 24 October.2013-10-17T12:38:00Z2015-06-05T11:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/17-Oct-Award-winning-poet-Jamie-McKendrick-among-Creative-Minds-to-come-to-Birmingham.aspxShakespeare Institute to host landmark exploration of Bard's verseThe University of Birmingham's Shakespeare Institute in Stratford-upon-Avon is to play host today (17 October) to the second part of a landmark exploration of Shakespearean verse-speaking, with actors, directors, scholars and theatre directors.2013-10-17T11:31:00Z2015-06-05T11:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/17-Oct-Shakespeare-Institute-to-host-landmark-exploration-of-Bards-verse--.aspxUniversity of Birmingham in First World War collaborationThe University of Birmingham is linking up with the BBC to create an academic first – a unique distance learning course marking the centenary of the First World War next year.2013-10-16T11:55:00Z2015-06-05T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/16-Oct-University-of-Birmingham-in-First-World-War-collaboration.aspxUniversity of Birmingham in arts and humanities research partnershipSix of the region's universities, including the University of Birmingham, are to benefit from a multi-million-pound partnership to create a centre for excellence for a new generation of arts and humanities researchers.2013-10-15T11:34:00Z2015-06-05T11:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/15-Oct-University-of-Birmingham-in-arts-and-humanities-research-partnership.aspxExonerated death row prisoner to speak at University of Birmingham: 'If it happened to me, it could happen to anyone'After spending ten years in Arizona prisons including nearly three years on death row for a murder he did not commit, Ray Krone is to speak at the University of Birmingham this week on World Day Against the Death Penalty (10 October).2013-10-08T10:59:00Z2015-06-05T11:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/8-Oct-exonerated-death-row-prisoner-to-speak-at-university-of-birmingham.aspxSon of pioneering civic rights leader, Dr Julius Garvey, to speak at University of BirminghamDr Julius Garvey, renowned surgeon and son of civil rights legend, Marcus Mosiah Garvey, will visit the University on 2 October to speak about the legacy of his father as part of the University's Black History Month programme.2013-09-30T08:00:00Z2015-06-05T11:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/30-Sep-Son-of-pioneering-civic-rights-leader,-Dr-Julius-Garvey,-to-speak-at-University-of-Birmingham-.aspxBirmingham announced as University of the YearThe University of Birmingham has been named University of the Year 2014 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.2013-09-20T12:00:00Z2015-06-05T11:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/20-sep-Birmingham-announced-as-University-of-the-Year.aspxBBC Prom tells story of Elgar at University of BirminghamThe role played by the composers Elgar and Bantock in establishing a Chair of Music at the University of Birmingham is explored in a BBC Radio 3 programme to be broadcast tonight.2013-08-21T10:41:00Z2015-06-05T11:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/elgar.aspxThe Beginning of Time?Birmingham experts have discovered what may be the world's oldest 'calendar' in a field in Scotland, created by hunter-gatherer societies and dating back to around 8,000 BC.2013-07-15T11:46:00Z2015-12-23T09:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/15jul-beginning-of-time.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Honorary Graduands for July 2013Stand-up comedian, writer and actor, Chris Addison, Polish-English Holocaust survivor, Kitty Hart-Moxon and founder of Moshi Monsters, Michael Acton Smith are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies in July 2013.2013-06-28T08:00:00Z2015-06-05T11:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/28-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-Honorary-Graduands-for-July-2013.aspxBirmingham free legal advice advocates recognised at LawWorks AwardsUniversity of Birmingham graduates Rebecca Green and Jennifer Dalby won the Law Society's Junior Lawyers award at the prestigious LawWorks pro-bono ceremony in London last week.2013-06-27T16:51:00Z2015-06-05T11:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/27-June-Birmingham-free-legal-advice-advocates-recognised-at-LawWorks-Awards.aspxUniversity's Bramall Music Building receives prestigious architectural awardThe University of Birmingham was honoured at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) National Awards 2013, and shortlisted for the Sterling prize, for the design of the Bramall Music Building2013-06-19T16:58:00Z2015-06-05T11:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/19-Jun-Universitys-Bramall-Music-Building-receives-prestigious-architectural-award.aspxBirmingham's Barber Institute and London's National Gallery swap masterpieces to celebrate anniversaryAn outstanding group of Old Master and 19th-century paintings – including masterpieces by Poussin, Turner, Monet and Manet – go on show at the National Gallery, London this summer as part of the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the foundation of Birmingham's Barber Institute of Fine Arts. Birth of a Collection: Masterpieces from the Barber Institute of Fine Arts runs from 22 May to 1 September 2013.2013-06-13T16:58:00Z2015-06-05T11:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/13-Jun-Birminghams-Barber-Institute-and-Londons-National-Gallery-swap-masterpieces-to-celebrate-anniversary.aspxSummer Festival of Music 2013The Summer Festival of Music is a week-long student organised festival creating music-making opportunities for performers from across the University and the wider community. Each year the festival welcomes new participants in a variety of roles, involving as many people as possible – from conductors, to composers, players, and the organising committee.2013-06-05T14:18:00Z2015-06-05T11:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/music-festival.aspxRobots, dancers, and dinosaurs make their way to this year's University Community DayThe University of Birmingham is throwing open its doors next weekend to welcome the public to its annual Community Day on Sunday 9 June.2013-06-03T11:08:00Z2015-06-05T11:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/3-Jun-Robots,-dancers,-and-dinosaurs-make-their-way-to-this-years-University-Community-Day.aspxRead around the world with Birmingham at HayFrom the world's oldest Bible, via the meaning of Hamlet's 'To be or not to be' soliloquy, to the burgeoning popularity of mass reading events; the past, present and future of literature come together in the University of Birmingham's exciting line-up of lectures at this year's Hay Festival.2013-05-22T17:47:00Z2015-06-05T11:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/Read-around-the-world-with-Birmingham-at-Hay.aspxBirmingham joins 'The Conversation' as founding partnerThe University of Birmingham has committed support to a new independent news and commentary website produced by academics and journalists, which launches in the UK today.2013-05-16T16:46:00Z2015-06-05T11:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/16May-Birmingham-joins-The-Conversation-as-founding-partner.aspxBeyond The Book – the rise of the citizen readerWhat's behind the popularity of Richard & Judy's Book Club? At a time when e-readers, smartphones and tablets have made online literature ultra accessible, sharing opinions about books, and having face-to-face encounters with fellow book lovers remain more important than ever to readers, according to brand new research from the University of Birmingham.2013-05-10T16:22:00Z2015-06-05T11:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/10-May-Beyond-The-Book-–-the-rise-of-the-citizen-reader.aspxUniversity of Birmingham strengthens its top 20 league table positionThe University of Birmingham has been ranked 11th place in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2013 and 17th out of 124 UK universities in The Complete University Guide for 2014 published today, 29th April 2013.2013-04-30T11:35:00Z2015-06-05T10:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspxNGOs – the changing face of grassroots activismOver the last 50 years increasingly affluent and educated citizens have turned away from traditional forms of mass politics: joining political parties, trade unions and voting in elections.2013-04-22T11:15:00Z2015-06-05T10:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/22-Apr-NGOs-–-the-changing-face-of-grassroots-activism.aspxUniversity launches new institute to address biggest issues facing society250 years after the creation of the Lunar Society, which brought together leading industrialists, academics and philosophers to debate the biggest issues affecting society, the University of Birmingham is launching an Institute of Advanced Studies with a similar remit.2013-04-09T14:48:00Z2015-06-05T10:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-launches-new-institute-to-address-biggest-issues-facing-society.aspxDarling Buds of May actress turned Shakespeare expert offers creative approach to studyActress Abigail Rokison, who played Primrose in the top-rating TV show The Darling Buds of May, has taken on a new leading role in the performing arts.2013-03-18T09:00:00Z2015-06-05T10:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/15-Mar-Darling-Buds-of-May-actress-turned-Shakespeare-expert-offers-creative-approach-to-study.aspxUniversity of Birmingham hosts one-off Arts and Science FestivalThe University of Birmingham is set to host its first Arts & Science Festival to showcase the wealth of ideas, research and collaboration across its campus. Running from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 March 2013 at various venues across the University's Edgbaston and Selly Oak campuses, the festival is open to enthusiastic and curious minds from the University and the general public.2013-03-13T10:15:00Z2015-06-05T10:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/13-Mar-University-of-Birmingham-hosts-one-off-Arts-and-Science-Festival.aspxUniversity launches bold new initiative to attract brightest studentsThe University of Birmingham has launched a bold and innovative new initiative to attract the very brightest students by making unconditional offers to a targeted group of high performing applicants.2013-03-08T15:45:00Z2015-06-05T10:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-University-launches-bold-new-initiative-to-attract-brightest-students.aspxVisiting pasts, developing futures: international conference explores relationships between tourism and cultural heritageAcademics and professionals working in the fields of heritage and tourism from across the world will convene in Taipei, Taiwan this spring for a five-day conference focusing on the changing ways in which cultural heritage is used, represented and interpreted within the development of international tourism.2013-03-08T10:29:00Z2015-06-05T10:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-Visiting-pasts,-developing-futures.aspxIndian alumnus makes shortlist for Man Booker International PrizeUniversity of Birmingham alumnus UR Ananthamurthy has been shortlisted for the fifth Man Booker International Prize, which recognises one writer for his or her achievement in fiction.2013-01-31T10:16:00Z2015-06-05T10:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/31Jan-Indian-alumnus-make-shortlist-for-Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspx'Religion out of the box' – Cadbury Lecture series 2013The annual Edward Cadbury Lectures began this week with a unique look at the history, theology and culture of religion. Entitled 'Religion out of the box: Dialogues with academy, society and culture', the series comprises seven lectures lead by esteemed academics from across the country.2013-01-23T15:52:00Z2015-06-05T10:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/23-jan-Religion-out-of-the-box-–-Cadbury-Lecture-series-2013.aspxAlgeria's long and complex battle against the Islamists, and its relationship with Mali, by Dr Berny SèbeThe hostage crisis on a BP oil base at Tiguentourine in Southern Algeria brings the issue of Islamist groups back to Algeria, where they developed in the early 1990s before the Algerian army routed them, forcing their relocation in Mali where ex-President Toumani Toure had the weakness to tolerate them.2013-01-18T11:28:00Z2015-06-05T10:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/18-Jan-Algerias-long-and-complex-battle-against-the-Islamists,-and-its-relationship-with-Mali,-by-Dr-Berny-Sèbe.aspxHonorary Professorships awarded to No5 Chambers' SilksFour Silks from No5 Chambers have been awarded Honorary Professorships by the University of Birmingham. The ceremony helped to mark the opening of the University's Centre for Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER).2013-01-11T15:30:00Z2015-06-05T10:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/11-Jan-Honorary-Professorships-awarded-to-No5-Chambers-Silks.aspxThe Barber Institute at 8013 December 2012 was a very special day for the University. On that day 80 years ago, Lady Barber and the original trustees signed the Deed of Settlement, which effectively founded the Barber Institute of Fine Arts that was bequeathed to the University 'for the study and encouragement of art and music'.2013-01-08T10:32:00Z2015-06-05T10:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/barber-80.aspxUK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher educationInformation on UK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher education2012-12-14T12:20:00Z2015-06-05T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspxUniversity of Birmingham launches new China InstituteAndy TootellThe University of Birmingham's China Institute celebrates its official opening today in the presence of His Excellency Mr Liu Xiaoming, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the UK.2012-12-13T04:00:00Z2016-11-10T09:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspxThe rise, fall and return of Berlusconi: conference examines former Italian Prime MinisterA one-day conference discussing the rise, fall and future of the notorious former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi will take place this week (Friday 14 December) at the University of Birmingham.2012-12-12T15:21:00Z2015-06-05T10:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12-Dec-The-rise,-fall-and-return-of-Berlusconi-conference-examines-former-Italian-Prime-Minister.aspxHonorary Graduands for December 2012President of Medecins Sans Frontiers in the UK and a two-time winter Olympian are amongst the honorary graduands joining over 3000 students at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies this week. Paul McMaster and Adam Pengilly will also join leading figures from the world of medicine, media, government and education to pick up their honorary degrees from the University's Great Hall between 5 – 7th December 2012.2012-12-03T21:07:00Z2015-06-05T10:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/3-Dec-Honorary-Graduands-for-December-2012-.aspxOrphaned and Abducted Art: Who owns, Who knows, Who cares?The prestigious Ironbridge Lecture will this year be delivered by cultural object law specialist, Professor Norman Palmer QC on 5 December 2012. Hosted at the University of Birmingham, the lecture entitled 'Who owns, Who knows, Who cares? – Legal milestones on the trail of orphaned and abducted art' will explore the often problematic journey that objects undertake before they arrive in the museum.2012-11-29T13:24:00Z2015-06-05T10:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/29-Nov-Orphaned-and-abducted-art-Who-owns,-Who-knows,-Who-cares.aspxBrand new music venue creates buzz on Birmingham's music sceneThe official launch of the University of Birmingham's brand new music building will be celebrated with a two-week calendar of concerts and events starting from 25 November.2012-11-20T09:50:00Z2015-06-05T10:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/20-Nov-Brand-new-music-venue-creates-buzz-on-birminghams-music-scene.aspxRecorded for posterity: University of Birmingham scans Chicago museum's future homeThe University of Birmingham has presented the National Public Housing Museum (NPHM) with a 3D laser scan of the Museum's future home in Chicago's west side.2012-10-24T10:52:00Z2015-06-05T10:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/24Oct-Recorded-for-posterity-University-of-Birmingham-scans-Chicago-museums-future-home.aspxUniversity of Birmingham sees impressive league table riseThe University of Birmingham has been shortlisted as University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2013 and ranked at 13th overall in the UK, a rise of 12 places2012-09-28T16:58:00Z2015-06-05T09:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepTimes-League-Table-News-Release.aspxBirmingham-Nottingham Strategic Collaboration Fund LaunchedTwo leading Midlands universities, the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham, are building on their recent landmark collaboration by launching a £400,000 fund to support new joint projects. The money will help to deliver new scientific breakthroughs and innovations as well as supporting a range of other initiatives, such as developing new approaches to teaching at the two universities.2012-09-27T16:17:00Z2015-06-05T09:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/27-SepBirmingham-Notting-Collaboration-Fund.aspxA world of discoveries for young historians at University of BirminghamTo celebrate the start of the Byzantine outreach programme, thirty-five 15-16yr olds from the local area were selected to attend a day of interactive workshops and activities at the University, as a unique introduction to the study of the Byzantine Empire.2012-09-17T09:00:00Z2015-06-05T09:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/17-sept-A-world-of-discoveries-for-young-historians-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspxUS internship programme boosts graduate job prospectsA transatlantic student internship programme run collaboratively by the University of Birmingham and the British American Business Council (BABC) is playing a key role in enhancing graduate employability.2012-09-04T11:00:00Z2015-06-05T09:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/4Sept-US-internship-programme-boosts-graduate-job-prospects.aspx9/11 Summer Camp heads to University of Birmingham25 US teenagers who were affected by the terrorist attacks of 9/11 are currently enjoying a special activity-packed tour of the UK.2012-08-16T10:24:00Z2015-06-05T09:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/16-Aug-911-Summer-Camp-heads-to-University-of-Birmingham.aspxResearch grants success at Birmingham: Awards up by 55%The University of Birmingham's research awards have risen from £93 million in 2010/11 to £145 million this year, a jump of over 55%.2012-08-16T09:00:00Z2015-06-05T09:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/16-Aug-12-Research-grants-success-at-Birmingham-Awards-up-by-55.aspxShakespeare Scholars' 35th Summer Symposium in StratfordScholars from all over the world will attend the 35th International Shakespeare Conference, 'Working with Shakespeare', at the University of Birmingham's Stratford-upon-Avon base from 5th – 10th August.2012-08-08T08:34:00Z2015-06-05T09:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/07-Aug-Shakespeare-Scholars-35th-Summer-Symposium-in-Stratford.aspxUniversity students past and present help bring Olympics to lifeAs well as supporting our alumni competing in the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics, the University of Birmingham is also celebrating the success of several students and graduates who have been playing their part without having to don a pair of trainers or a swimming cap.2012-08-03T15:47:00Z2015-06-05T09:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/03Aug-Olympic-Games-Makers-News-Release.aspxUniversity of Birmingham graduate lands top law training programmeBirmingham student Jodie Anderson graduates this summer with a BA Honors in History from the University and has an exciting future ahead with a fully funded law conversion course and barrister training placement.2012-07-19T16:52:00Z2015-06-05T09:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/19JulyJoide-Anderson-News-Release.aspxUniversity summer school showcases the best of West Midlands' cultureStudents from two leading universities in Taiwan are visiting the West Midlands this week to participate in a University of Birmingham summer school.2012-07-04T16:46:00Z2015-06-05T09:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/University-summer-school-showcases-the-best-of-West-Midlands-culture-.aspxHonorary graduands for July 2012A former Conservative Home Office Minister and the Director of the BBC National Orchestra are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies in July 2012. Ann Widdecombe and David Murray join 15 honorary graduands and more than 5000 students who will collect their degrees at 18 ceremonies in the University's iconic Great Hall (4th – 12th July).2012-06-28T16:24:00Z2015-06-05T09:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/28-Jun-Honarary-Grads-Press-Release.aspxDinosaurs, robots and skeletons all part of the fun at University Community DayFor the third year running the University of Birmingham is throwing open its doors and welcoming the public to its annual Community Day on Sunday 10 June.2012-06-06T11:44:00Z2015-06-05T09:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/01-June-Dinosaurs,-robots-and-skeletons-all-part-of-the-fun-at-University-Community-Day.aspxFrom Shakespeare to Seventeenth Century cider: Birmingham comes to HayWhy do theatregoers enjoy watching people die? How did cider knock French wine and the Dutch navy into a cocked hat in the 17th Century? Academics from the University of Birmingham will provide an answer to these intriguing questions (among much else) at a series of lectures at the 25th Hay Festival of Literature and the Arts. This is the first time the University has worked with the world renowned literary festival to present a series of lectures.2012-05-28T13:39:00Z2015-06-05T09:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/28MayHay-News-Release.aspxNew project to help businesses bring the region's rich heritage to life: digitallyA unique new project to help businesses bring the region's cultural heritage to life through the use of new and exciting digital interactive technologies is being launched at the University of Birmingham.2012-05-17T12:15:00Z2015-06-05T09:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/15-May-Digital-Heritage-Demonstrator-News-Release.aspxBirmingham archaeologist named as one of National Geographic's emerging explorers for 2012University of Birmingham archaeologist, Dr Jeffrey Rose is among the 15 visionary, young trailblazers from around the world who have been named as the 2012 class of National Geographic Emerging Explorers.2012-05-16T19:13:00Z2015-06-05T09:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/16-May-Jeffrey-Rose-News-Release.aspxSimon Halsey appointed to new role at University of BirminghamSimon Halsey, Director of the CBSO Chorus, will take up a new role at the University of Birmingham as Professor and Director of Choral Activities.2012-05-16T10:46:00Z2015-06-05T09:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/16-May-12-Simon-Halsey-appointed-to-new-role-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspxEvent uncovers the secrets of the West Midlands' most fascinating medieval manuscriptThe Vernon Manuscript is a unique lavishly decorated and illustrated book of religious poems and stories written in the dialect of the West Midlands. Produced around 1400AD, this treasure-hoard' of English literature is an important piece of Midlands history. Now academics from the University of Birmingham are showing off a new digital version of the manuscript for the first time at a free event in Birmingham.2012-05-09T14:42:00Z2015-06-05T09:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/09MayVernon-Manuscript-Press-Release.aspxSymposium explores cultural engagement in Chicago and BirminghamThe University of Birmingham will co-host a cultural engagement symposium at the Chicago Cultural Center on Tuesday 8 May 2012 focused on connecting cities, universities and international partners in arts and culture.2012-05-03T21:07:00Z2015-06-05T06:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/12/3May-Symposium-explores-cultural-engagement-in-Chicago-and-Birmingham.aspxFrankfurt ties continue to grow as Goethe University chief makes visit to BirminghamProf. Dr Rainer Klump, Vice President of Frankfurt's Goethe University, visited the University of Birmingham today to further develop ties between the two universities.2012-04-27T12:17:00Z2015-06-05T09:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/27-Apr-Frankfurt-ties-continue-to-grow-as-Goethe-University-chief-makes-visit-to-Birmingham.aspxBirmingham and Nottingham's joint links with Brazil go from strength to strengthThe arrival of visiting fellows from Brazil this week marks just one of many growing links the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham are developing with the South American country.2012-04-24T15:59:00Z2015-06-05T09:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24-Apr-Birmingham-and-Nottinghams-joint-links-with-Brazil-go-from-strength-to-strength.aspxGo 'Behind the Scenes' with the University of Birmingham's inspirational expertsA competition has been announced by the University of Birmingham today to give people the chance to go 'behind the scenes' with some of its most inspirational academic experts.2012-04-24T07:00:00Z2015-06-05T09:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24Apri-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-University-of-Birminghams-inspirational-experts.aspxNew exhibition brings a very Edwardian family to lifeA new exhibition opening this week at Winterbourne House and Garden's Coach House Gallery will offer a window into the lives of the well-known Nettlefold family who lived in the house in the early part of the twentieth century. A Spoonful of Kisses tells the story of the six children. Their pastimes, hobbies and education spring to life in this delightful exhibition.2012-04-02T17:08:00Z2015-06-05T09:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/02AprSpoonful-of-Kisses-News-Release.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Sport at the BUCS Championships 2012Many of the University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) teams headed to Sheffield over the 14-18 March for the annual British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Championships, held in a variety of venues across the city.2012-03-27T12:11:00Z2015-06-05T10:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/Sport-2012/19Mar12University-of-Birmingham-Sport-at-the-BUCS-Championships-2012.aspxUniversities of Birmingham and Nottingham celebrate first anniversary of landmark collaborationAgainst a backdrop of the most challenging time in UK higher education for a generation, a landmark collaboration agreement between the University of Birmingham and University of Nottingham is celebrating a successful first year. This innovative partnership builds on the complementary strengths of the two universities and has already enabled the institutions to secure multi-million pound research income, explore new international markets, and develop new research collaborations.2012-03-16T09:07:00Z2015-06-05T09:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/15MarBirmingham-Nottingham-Press-Release.aspxCampus welcomes cube of dreamsThe results of a week-long art partnership-project between the University of Birmingham's Department of Theology and Religion, an internationally renowned Muslim graffiti artist and young men from a deprived east Birmingham estate are set to be displayed on campus from today (Tuesday 13 March), bringing Bromford's dreams to the University community.2012-03-13T09:00:00Z2015-06-05T09:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/Campus-welcomes-cube-of-dreams.aspxBirmingham academics and Channel 4's Time Team reveal the secrets of the playwright's houseChannel 4's Time Team joined a group of archaeologists as they excavated the site of William Shakespeare's house, New Place, in Stratford on Avon.2012-03-08T17:45:00Z2015-06-05T08:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/08-Mar-12-Shakespeares-home-truths.aspxUniversity of Birmingham joins the Easy Access IP initiativeThe University of Birmingham is pleased to announce today that it has recently become the first Midlands University to be part of the Easy Access Innovation Partnership, which promotes new ways of transferring intellectual property (IP) to industry.2012-03-07T11:40:00Z2015-06-05T08:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/07MarEasy-Access-IPPress-release.aspxArchbishop of Canterbury to deliver annual Cadbury Lecture as university building becomes artist's canvasThe role of images in contemporary society is set to be explored during the University of Birmingham's annual Cadbury Lecture series, 'Seeing and believing in modern Christianity', from 6-16 March, which will begin with an art installation on one of the University's buildings and will conclude with a final lecture delivered by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams.2012-03-06T16:58:00Z2015-06-05T08:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/06Mar-Archbishop-of-Canterbury-to-deliver-annual-Cadbury-Lecture-as-university-building-becomes-artists-canvas.aspxLife of Italian mafia to be revealed in city performanceThe confessions of a Sicilian mobster are to be exposed in a one-off performance of Dacia Maraini's My Name is Antonino Calderone at the mac next week as part of a three-day 'Italy and the Mafia' spectacle coming to the city of Birmingham.2012-02-22T13:59:00Z2015-06-05T08:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/22Feb-Life-of-Italian-mafia-to-be-revealed-in-city-performance.aspxScholarship students question University ChancellorEight of the University of Birmingham's scholarship recipients met the University's Chancellor, Sir Dominic Cadbury, in a reception designed to introduce him to scholarship students funded by his generous support of the University's Access to Birmingham Scholarship Scheme.2012-02-20T11:36:00Z2015-06-05T08:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/20Feb-Scholarship-students-question-University-Chancellor.aspxUniversity of Birmingham unveils new Foundation AcademyThe University of Birmingham has today launched its new Birmingham Foundation Academy for high performing international students to enter the British university environment one year before the start of their undergraduate degree programme.2012-02-15T09:25:00Z2015-06-05T08:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/15-FebUniversity-of-Birmingham-unveils-new-Foundation-Academy.aspxUniversity community art project to help young adults express their dreamsInternationally renowned artist, Mohammed Ali will be working in partnership with the University of Birmingham's department of Theology and Religion and unemployed young men in Bromford, east Birmingham, to paint their dreams for their community during a week-long 'Bromford Dreams' mural project beginning on Monday 13 February.2012-02-09T17:06:00Z2015-06-05T08:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/09Feb-University-community-art-project-to-help-young-adults-express-their-dreams.aspxArchaeologist reveals evidence of mass graves at Nazi death campAlmost 70 years after the end of the Second World War a groundbreaking forensic archaeological study by the University of Birmingham has unearthed evidence of hidden burial sites at a former death camp where more than 800,000 Jews perished during the Holocaust.2012-01-18T11:04:00Z2015-06-05T08:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/01/17jan-holocaust.aspxPantomime – The perfect form of Christmas entertainment? Oh yes it is!Research from the University of Birmingham has highlighted striking similarities between today's Saturday night television talent shows and another great Christmas tradition, the Victorian pantomime. The appeal of pantomime in providing spectacle, melodramatic villains and a guaranteed happy ending for a Victorian audience is paralleled today in Strictly Come Dancing and the X Factor.2011-12-19T10:40:00Z2015-06-05T08:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/19-Dec-Pantomime-–-The-perfect-form-of-Christmas-entertainment-Oh-yes-it-is!-.aspxUniversity of Birmingham explores further collaborative opportunities in GuangzhouFollowing the launch of the University of Birmingham Guangzhou Centre in September 2011, senior academics will return to the city this week to develop additional opportunities for joint research and innovation.2011-12-17T01:00:00Z2015-06-05T08:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/University-of-Birmingham-explores-further-collaborative-opportunities-in-Guangzhou.aspxHonorary graduands for December 2011CERN's Director General and the man behind the O2 Arena are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies later this month.2011-12-13T17:29:00Z2015-06-05T08:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/13-Dec-Honorary-graduands-for-December-2011.aspxUniversity supporters set to change the world with achievement of £60 million fundraising targetThe University of Birmingham's Circles of influence fundraising campaign has reached and surpassed its £60m fundraising goal - the largest target ever achieved by a Midlands university.Launched in 2009, the University set an ambitious target to raise £60m to support the research into critical issues that affect us all, to open the University to talented students regardless of their financial circumstances, and to develop the University's beautiful campus to provide world-class facilities for our students, staff, and the people of Birmingham. Thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends, this target has now been exceeded.2011-12-09T10:26:00Z2015-06-05T08:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/09Dec-Circles-of-Influence-News-Release.aspxDiscoveries provide evidence of a celestial procession at StonehengeArchaeologists led by the University of Birmingham with the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Archaeological Prospection have discovered evidence of two huge pits positioned on celestial alignment at Stonehenge. Shedding new light on the significant association of the monument with the sun, these pits may have contained tall stones, wooden posts or even fires to mark its rising and setting and could have defined a processional route used by agriculturalists to celebrate the passage of the sun across the sky at the summer solstice.2011-11-26T08:35:00Z2015-06-05T08:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/25Nov-Discoveries-provide-evidence-of-a-celestial-procession-at-Stonehenge.aspxUniversity boosts Frankfurt ties as market returns to cityAs the annual Frankfurt Christmas market returns to Birmingham this week, education links between the two sister cities are flourishing.2011-11-16T16:54:00Z2015-06-05T08:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/16Nov11-University-boosts-Frankfurt-ties-as-market-comes-to-city.aspxIronbridge Gorge Museums to host annual Ironbridge LectureThe prestigious Ironbridge Lecture will once again be hosted by The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust on Tuesday 6th December in the Engine Shop at Enginuity in Coalbrookdale. The annual lecture, held in partnership with the University of Birmingham, will be delivered by the University's Professor of Community History and Director of the BirminghamLives project Professor Carl Chinn MBE.2011-11-08T14:25:00Z2015-06-05T08:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/08-Nov-Ironbridge-Gorge-Museums-to-host-annual-Ironbridge-Lecture-.aspxAfrican political leaders visit University of BirminghamRaimundo Pereira and Manuel Nhamajo, speaker and deputy-speaker of the parliament of Guinea-Bissau, will speak on the theme of "The State in Africa: Consolidation or Crisis?' Pereira is widely tipped as the next president of the country, while Nhamajo is also vice-president of the Economic Community of West African States Commission. The pair are in the UK on a parliamentary exchange visit arranged through the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Guinea-Bissau, and are also holding meetings with members of Parliament and other politicians.2011-11-04T12:36:00Z2015-06-05T08:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/04-Nov-African-political-leaders-visit-University-of-Birmingham.aspxChrissie takes Ironman Championship title again, while Rachel rejoices at fourth placeAlumna Chrissie Wellington won the 2011 Ford Ironman World Championship title on Saturday, October 8, deservedly earning the crown for the fourth time in five years.2011-10-17T12:25:00Z2015-06-05T08:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/17Oct11ChrissietakesIronmanChampionshiptitleagain,whileRachelrejoicesatfourthplace.aspxBBC Gardeners' World site to become community gardenThe land formerly used for the BBC television programme Gardeners' World is to become a community garden focusing on education run by the University of Birmingham's Winterbourne House and Garden.2011-10-14T13:51:00Z2015-06-05T08:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/10/12October2011WinterbourneBBCPressRelease.aspxUniversity welcomes U.S. Congressmen to CampusTwo former members of Congress are visiting Birmingham next week to provide a rare insight into the US political system, as well as share their personal experiences with students.The University of Birmingham will host Republican George Nethercutt and Democrat David Skaggs as part of the Congress to Campus programme. During the visit, the Congressmen will discuss the current state of politics in the United States, how the system of representative democracy works and help students understand a "behind-the-scenes" view of the American political system.2011-10-14T10:49:00Z2015-06-05T08:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/10/14-Oct-University-welcomes-US-Congressmen-to-Campus.aspxResearchers to unlock distinctive West Midlands accentThe region's linguistic heritage is set to be explored in a new research project comparing the way today's West Midlands residents speak to text from an ancient medieval manuscript originating from the area. The research by the University of Birmingham is looking at how far people in the region share the language of their predecessors captured in the Vernon Manuscript, the biggest surviving late-medieval English manuscript.2011-09-09T16:35:00Z2015-06-05T08:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/vernon-manuscript.aspxAcclaimed playwright appointed as new course co-ordinatorFraser Grace, acclaimed playwright, is to return to the University of Birmingham as co-ordinator of its postgraduate Playwriting Studies course, of which he is an alumnus. An award-winning writer, Grace currently directs the Writing Drama course at Anglia Ruskin University and is an associate writer with Menagerie Theatre.2011-09-09T11:36:00Z2015-06-05T08:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/09Sept-Acclaimed-playwright-appointed-as-new-course-co-ordinator.aspxTen years on from 9/11, research calls for counter-terrorist policing to be held accountableA decade after the global tragedy of 9/11, a groundbreaking pan-European research project led by the University of Birmingham is calling for increased accountability and tougher legal restrictions on surveillance and detection technologies.2011-09-07T00:02:00Z2015-06-05T08:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/07-Sept-Ten-years-on-from-911-research-calls-for-counter-terrorist-policing-to-be-held-accountable.aspxDistinguished Shakespearean scholar appointed as new Director of Shakespeare InstituteThe Shakespeare Institute, the University of Birmingham's international centre for exploration of the work of Shakespeare and the drama of his time, is seeking to enhance its international prestige and reputation as the destination of choice for postgraduate study with the appointment of distinguished Shakespearean scholar, Professor Michael Dobson, as its new Director and Professor of Shakespeare Studies.2011-08-31T14:51:00Z2015-06-05T08:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/31AugDistinguishedShakespeareanscholarappointedasnewDirectorofShakespeareInstitute.aspxUniversity proposes £175m transformation of historic Edgbaston campusThe University of Birmingham is announcing a five year investment in facilities that will transform the University's famous Edgbaston campus, reinterpreting founder Joseph Chamberlain's vision for the estate for the 21st century and extending the services available to the local community. The key developments include a new sports centre and a new library, to join the new Music building currently nearing completion.2011-08-09T10:41:00Z2015-06-05T07:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/09Aug-Estates-Development-FrameworkRelease.aspxCelebrating Graduation SuccessGraduation is a special time for the University. Nearly 6000 students collected their degrees supported by family, friends and well wishers this summer.2011-07-21T13:50:00Z2015-06-05T07:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/20Jul-Celebrating-Graduation-Success.aspxBirmingham in English "Ivy League"Higher Education Funding Council (HEFCE) data places Birmingham in the 12 elite institutions in England. The University is one of the best performing institutions which share more than half of students with the highest A-level grades.2011-07-14T11:13:00Z2015-06-05T07:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/ivy-league.aspxUniversity strengthens bond with China in Guangzhou Centre launchThe University of Birmingham is to open a collaborative centre later this summer in Guangzhou, China, with the People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality.2011-07-01T00:01:00Z2015-06-05T07:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/01-Jul-University-strengthens-bond-with-China-in-Guangzhou-Centre-launch.aspxRecord 33,000 potential applicants and parents to come to the University undergraduate open daysThe University of Birmingham will be throwing open its doors to a record number of more than 33,000 prospective students and their parents this Thursday 30 June and Friday 1 July, for its annual undergraduate open days.2011-06-28T11:58:00Z2015-06-05T07:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/28June-Record-33,000-potential-applicants-and-parents-to-come-to-the-University-undergraduate-open-days.aspxConference explores new business opportunities with Chinese sister cityBusiness leaders, academics and government representatives are coming together for a one-day conference focusing on new business opportunities with Guangzhou, a sister city of Birmingham.2011-06-24T10:32:00Z2015-06-05T07:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/24June-Conference-explores-new-business-opportunities-with-Chinese-sister-city.aspxUK universities' partnership deepens links with BrazilBrazil's brightest and best researchers and postgraduate students are to be encouraged to bring their talent to the UK as part of a groundbreaking new initiative.2011-06-23T00:01:00Z2015-06-05T07:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/23June-UK-universities-partnership-deepens-links-with-Brazil.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrate win at the 2011 Impact AwardsThe University of Birmingham is delighted to announce that Dr John Pearson, Business Engagement Manager in Alta Innovations Ltd, the technology transfer agency owned by the University, has been awarded Knowledge Transfer Achiever of the Year at this year's PraxisUnico Impact Awards.2011-06-16T10:08:00Z2015-06-05T07:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/15June-University-of-Birmingham-celebrate-win-at-The-2011-Impact-Awards.aspxBirmingham Invests in Global TalentThe University of Birmingham has launched a global search to appoint up to 50 Birmingham Fellows to enhance the University's existing academic strengths and to contribute to a growing culture of collaboration.2011-06-14T10:41:00Z2015-06-05T07:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/13Jun-Birmingham-Invests-in-Global-Talent.aspxWomen suffering from 'worst violence in history of modern Iraq'Women have been left defenceless and at the mercy of militia groups in the aftermath of the Iraq war in 2003 according to research from the University of Birmingham.2011-06-07T11:46:00Z2015-06-05T07:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/07JuneWomensufferingfromworstviolenceinhistoryofmodernIraq.aspxOpportunity to see archaeologists at work in largest dig at local medieval villageA team of archaeologists from the University of Birmingham are set to share their work at the largest open area excavation to be undertaken at the medieval village of Longstanton, Cambridgeshire, with a public open day offering guided tours of the site.2011-05-24T13:53:00Z2015-06-05T07:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/24May-Opportunity-to-see-archaeologists-at-work-in-largest-dig-at-local-medieval-village.aspxLeading universities unite for enhanced global engagement in Brazil missionSenior academics from the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham are visiting Brazil this week in a joint research-focused mission.2011-05-16T10:49:00Z2015-06-05T07:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/16May-Leading-universities-unite-for-enhanced-global-engagement-in-Brazil-mission.aspxUniversity in India Road Show to foster new mutually beneficial research linksSenior academics from the University of Birmingham are currently visiting five cities in India on a Road Show to develop new mutually beneficial research links and collaborations with Indian institutions, strengthen existing ties and meet potential students and alumni. The fortnight-long visit highlights the University's commitment to its ever-deepening relationship with India.2011-05-09T10:43:00Z2015-06-05T07:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/09May-University-in-India-Road-Show-to-foster-new-mutually-beneficial-research-links.aspxFamous Birmingham graduates give students sound support through one-to-one mentoringTwelve lucky final year undergraduate students from the University of Birmingham will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to gain first hand career insight and guidance from famous Birmingham graduates at the top of their field, in a new initiative being launched today [Thursday 05 May].2011-05-05T00:01:00Z2015-06-05T07:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/04May-Famous-Birmingham-graduates-give-students-sound-support-through-one-to-one-mentoring.aspxInnovative project seeks to reclaim Englishness and St. GeorgeA leading Shakespearean expert from the University of Birmingham is seeking to reaffirm Englishness and St. George in an innovative new work which is partly an original arts event, partly a groundbreaking religious service. The project, entitled Redcrosse, is led by Professor Ewan Fernie, and takes its cue from one of the great neglected epics of English literature, Edmund Spenser's The Faerie Queene.2011-02-01T09:57:00Z2015-06-05T07:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/02/Redcrosse.aspxFree Legal Advice Scheme ExtendedThe University of Birmingham's Law School has once more joined forces with the Birmingham office of law firm Mills & Reeve to provide free legal advice to members of the University's local community.2010-11-03T15:36:00Z2015-06-05T06:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/11/03Nov-MillsReeveFreeLegalAdvice.aspxAcclaimed French author visits BirminghamInternationally acclaimed and award winning Caribbean author Maryse Condé, first president of the French national Committee for the Memory of Slavery (2004-2008), will be giving a special lecture on The Personal Journey of a Caribbean Author, at the University of Birmingham on 30th September 2010.2010-09-29T10:21:00Z2015-06-05T06:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/09/29sept-frenchlecture.aspxA new henge discovered at StonehengeHistory is set to be rewritten after an archaeology team led by the University of Birmingham and the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute discovered a major ceremonial monument less than one kilometre away from the iconic Stonehenge.2010-07-22T00:00:00Z2015-06-05T06:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/22july-stonehenge.aspxBirmingham archaeologists help uncover identity of First World War soldierArchaeologists from the University of Birmingham helped to identify the remains of a soldier killed in the First World War. He will now be reburied with his fallen comrades almost a century after he died on a Belgian battlefield.2010-07-16T00:00:00Z2015-06-05T06:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/16july-soldier.aspxFrom Elgar to electrocoustics - Birmingham's groundbreaking musical heritage lives onThe official start of the work to build the University of Birmingham's new auditorium will be marked by a groundbreaking event, led by Liz and Terry Bramall, major donors to the project.2010-07-15T00:00:00Z2015-06-05T06:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/15july-music.aspxBenjamin Zephaniah describes his idea of happinessAcclaimed novelist and playwright Benjamin Zephaniah will give the University of Birmingham's Baggs Memorial Lecture on Monday 5th July 2010 at 6.30pm.2010-07-05T00:01:00Z2015-06-05T06:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-zephaniah.aspxBirmingham archaeologists turn back clock at StonehengeArchaeologists at the University of Birmingham are heading to Stonehenge to lead the world's biggest-ever virtual excavation. The Stonehenge Hidden Landscapes Project, which starts today (Monday July 5), will use the latest geophysical imaging techniques to visually recreate the iconic prehistoric monument and its surroundings.2010-07-05T00:01:00Z2015-06-05T06:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-hengesearch.aspxBirmingham Law School in Pro Bono Initiative with Law FirmThe University of Birmingham's Law School has joined forces with the Birmingham office of national law firm Mills & Reeve to provide free legal advice to those unable to pay for it.2010-02-28T00:00:00Z2015-06-05T06:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/02/28Feb-lawschool.aspxOzumba Discusses His Novel at the Centre of West African StudiesAward winning Kachi Ozumba will discuss his debut novel, The Shadow of a Smile, (published by Alma Books) on Tuesday 8 December, at the University's Centre of West African Studies.Funny, crude, poignant, the novel reveals the darker side of Nigeria - a country striving to consolidate democracy after years of dictatorship and tribal in-fighting.2009-12-01T20:57:00Z2015-06-05T05:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/12/1Dec-Ozumba.aspxArchaeologists go in Search of Shakespeare's HouseArchaeologists at the University of Birmingham have begun preparations for an archaeological excavation at the site of Shakespeare's final home 'New Place' in Stratford-upon-Avon, where he lived out his final years and in which he died in 1616. Initial work to test the feasibility of an excavation project is underway and will inform plans for a wider archaeological project by Shakespeare's Birthplace Trust at New Place next year.2009-11-30T22:24:00Z2015-06-05T05:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/30Nov-Shakespeare.aspxChika Unigwe at the Centre of West African StudiesAward winning Chika Unigwe will be reading from her new novel On Black Sisters' Street, on Tuesday 1 December, at the University's Centre of West African Studies.2009-11-27T22:34:00Z2015-06-05T05:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/27Nov-Unigwe.aspxMother Teresa: the saint betrayed by her religious colleaguesMother Teresa was betrayed by religious colleagues when she confided in them that she did not believe in God, according to new research by a University of Birmingham academic.2009-11-25T22:38:00Z2015-06-05T05:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/25Nov-Theresa.aspxA Meeting of Faiths and Minds in BirminghamThe University of Birmingham is hosting a major conference this week to engage with faith leaders across the city. The 'Faiths for the City: making a difference conference' aims to bring together the different communities and religions in the city.2009-11-04T22:55:00Z2015-06-05T05:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/4Nov-Faiths.aspxClive Harber's humorous travel bookAfter publishing many academic books and articles on education, Clive Harber, a professor of International Education at the University of Birmingham has changed tone and now brings readers a humorous travel book based in sub-Saharan Africa.2009-11-04T22:54:00Z2015-06-05T05:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/4Nov-humorous.aspxAncient Middle Eastern Boat Replica Scanned to Preserve it for Future GenerationsBirmingham archaeologists will arrive in Oman this week to carry out the laser scanning of a replica of an ancient Arab Dhow ship that was used in trading between the Gulf and China in the 9th Century.2009-10-15T23:09:00Z2015-06-05T05:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/10/15Oct-Boat.aspx